La Rana

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La Rana is a single player casual platformer game. It was developed by Frog Paw Studios and was released on January 1, 2019. It received overwhelmingly positive reviews from players.

In La Rana, players explore the lost Rain Temple of Rana. Play as a small spirit frog who is the temple's last remaining caretaker. Traverse its grand chambers and winding passages to restore its former power and revive your fellow frog spirits along the way.

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97%

Audience ScoreBased on 267 reviews

story30 positive mentions

optimization2 negative mentions

Charming and adorable frog protagonist with cute, colorful, and vibrant graphics.
Relaxing and soothing atmosphere with pleasant music and ambient sounds.
Easy-to-understand, intuitive gameplay and simple but enjoyable puzzles suitable for all ages.

Extremely short game length, typically around 20-30 minutes, leaving many wanting more content.
Movement and controls can feel sluggish or clunky, with automatic jumping instead of manual.
Lack of tutorial or settings options and some minor polish issues, including occasional performance problems.

story
48 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The story is generally described as simple, short, and charming, effectively integrated with gameplay through puzzles and exploration. Players appreciate the relaxed, sweet narrative delivered in pieces via in-game statues, though some wish it were longer. While engaging and atmospheric, the story is sometimes noted as basic or not immersive enough for all audiences.
- “Short and sweet with a compelling story and fun puzzles.”
- “The story is well integrated into the game but not forced on you in any way; you can choose to ignore it if you want.”
- “It'll probably take you about 30 minutes or less to complete and in that time you'll be doing some brief puzzles and exploration while you learn the story through statues you discover.”
- “The story was boring.”
- “This game is meant for children under 5, poor graphics and horrible story not to mention it's 5 minutes long.”
- “- No voiceover on the story.”
graphics
44 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
64%
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The game features charming, colorful, and visually appealing graphics with a cute art style, well-suited for young children. Many users praise its smooth animations, vibrant colors, and delightful character design, especially the adorable frog. While the visuals are generally regarded as the strongest aspect, some note limited graphics options and minor choppiness on lower-end machines.
- “Especially considering the amount of time the project would've been made in, it has really wonderful graphics and animations on top of the charming gameplay.”
- “Amazing artwork and smooth graphics.”
- “Presentation is beautiful with colorful graphics and soothing music.”
- “I think this might be quite good but my computer really can't play it since the only graphics option you can change in the options menu is screen resolution.”
- “I think this game would be a lot better if there were more graphics options like texture quality or the option to switch light shafts or bloom effects as this would dramatically improve performance on lower end machines without impacting that much on the experience of the game.”
- “This game is meant for children under 5, poor graphics and horrible story not to mention it's 5 minutes long.”
music
33 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's music is widely praised for being relaxing, soothing, and fitting well with the cozy and charming atmosphere. Many users find it enjoyable and calming, often highlighting its beauty and how it complements the cute visuals and sound effects. A few noted minor issues like occasional cut-outs or mismatched tones in specific areas, but overall, the soundtrack significantly enhances the laid-back and pleasant gameplay experience.
- “The little frog is very endearing, the music an absolute treasure, and the simple gameplay just lets you sit back and enjoy the surroundings.”
- “I liked the relaxing music so much, I actually left it on overnight to sleep to.”
- “The ambience music was very relaxing, the frog's design is so cute and the spitting ability was hilarious (my little cousin loved it).”
- “- Music of the first area feels off when reading the serious dialogue”
- “The music was boring.”
- “Controls can be a bit wonky and the music cuts out now and then.”
gameplay
32 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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9%
The gameplay is simple, charming, and accessible, featuring easy mechanics centered around a frog using water to solve straightforward puzzles. While not highly challenging or diverse, it offers a visually appealing, immersive experience with intuitive controls and seamless tutorials that work well as an introduction to puzzle mechanics. Its short duration and gentle pacing make it a pleasant and relaxing puzzle game, though some find it too easy or slow.
- “The mechanics are super easy with just a small bit of puzzles mixed in.”
- “Yet it was fun and cute, you can easily use that small game as an introduction to puzzle mechanics for a child as there is no tutorial, only a few murals and intuition guiding you through the game.”
- “In terms of gameplay, it's short, sweet, and straightforward: you fill your froggy cheeks with water and use it to solve very simple puzzles as you navigate the space.”
- “Not sure what all these positive reviews are coming from, the gameplay is slow, and the so-called "puzzles" are extremely easy to the point of not being really puzzles anymore; some of them don't even allow making a wrong move and only respond to the right one.”
- “- lacking varied gameplay mechanics”
- “* combat mechanics are a bit wonky”
atmosphere
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game is praised for its strong atmosphere, immersive visuals, and music that enhance the intriguing story and puzzles. However, some gameplay issues like unresponsive controls and lack of checkpoints can slightly detract from the overall experience.
- “I think it's a great game with cool puzzles, a lot of atmosphere and an intriguing story.”
- “Beautiful graphics, story, atmosphere, music.”
- “Cool game with a nice atmosphere.”
optimization
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game suffers from poor optimization, frequently crashing shortly after launch, even on higher-end systems. Users suggest adding more adjustable graphics options, such as texture quality and visual effects, to improve performance on lower-end machines without compromising the experience.
- “I think this game would be a lot better if there were more graphics options like texture quality or the option to switch light shafts or bloom effects as this would dramatically improve performance on lower end machines without impacting the experience of the game.”
- “I only played for about seven minutes and couldn't do anything because the game crashed within the first two minutes every time. I don't think this game is optimized; I can play higher quality games without issues, but this was just too much.”
- “I think this game would be a lot better if there were more graphics options like texture quality or the option to switch off light shafts or bloom effects. This would dramatically improve performance on lower-end machines without significantly impacting the game experience.”
humor
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The humor in the game is lighthearted and charming, with amusing elements like the frog's spitting ability adding playful fun that appeals to players of all ages.
character development
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Users appreciate the character designs and art style, but overall character development feels hindered by slow movement, impacting the experience.
replayability
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game offers limited replayability, especially for older players, due to its short length and lack of challenge.
- “For an older kid or adult, the game is very short and not particularly challenging with little to no replay value.”
monetization
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game’s monetization is well-received, with users appreciating that there are no in-game purchases required or offered, making it accessible and enjoyable for all ages.
- “This is a great game for all ages. I particularly liked the fact there are no in-game purchases required or even offered.”